2nd Debate shows Bush taking a stand.

George Bush was much better prepared this evening, and it showed. He was also more shrill towards the beginning of the debate. He tried to use the flip-flop accusation against John Kerry, but they were only glancing blows.

John Kerry allowed himself to get nicked here and there because he can't seem to abandon the positive talk and defend himself for a moment. Is that good or bad? It shows that he definitely has a message he's trying to put forth.

Bush for his part, was forceful, but also a little defensive. It will be interesting to see how it all plays out in the post-debate spin.

I give the decision to Kerry 57% - 43%.